| This research paper focuses on investigating the effect of using various substrate materials on the development of seedlings for ornamental plants. Bermuda grass (Cynodon dactylon), Petunia (Compacta Enana Rosa) and Epipremnum aureum, Bermuda; Petunia and Epipremnum aureum were cultivated in different substrates. Synthetic sponge (Polyurethane sponge), Rockwool and sterilized cotton were used as the substrate materials in each case where an experimental water-circulating apparatus was designed and installed to execute the test. Results showed that after 15 days, Bermuda grass in Rockwool reached a germination rate of 70% while it did not exceed 50% in sponge or in medically treated cotton. The highest germination rate after 20 days for Petunia was... |
